K 3500 Truck 4WD V8-6.6L DSL Turbo VIN 1 (2001)
1. Repair any damage done to the door during the drilling or the removal of the hinge.
2. Clean and prepare the backing plate mounting surfaces in order to ensure a flush fit of the backing plate.
3. Position the service hinge within the scribe marks on the door.
4. Center punch each hole location on the door according to the service hinge.
5. Drill a 3 mm (1/8 in) pilot hole at each center punch location.
IMPORTANT: Drill bit must be exact size.
6. Drill an 11.5 mm (29/64 in) hole at the pilot locations for the studs.
7. Clean and prepare all of the bare metal surfaces.
IMPORTANT: Prior to refinishing, refer to the publication GM 4901 M-D-2000 GM Approved Refinish Materials for recommended products. Do
not combine paint systems. Refer to paint manufacturer's recommendations.
8. Apply approved anti-corrosion primer.
9. Apply a full-bodied caulk to the entire hinge mounting surface in order to ensure a proper seal.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
10. Align the hinge (1) and the backing plate (4) with the holes in the door (2) and install the bolts (3).
Tighten
Tighten the hinge to the pillar nuts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
11. Clean and prepare all of the surfaces a necessary for refinishing.
12. Apply the sealers. Refinish the surfaces as necessary.
13. Install and align all of the related panels and the components.
